One person struggling in our community is one too many.
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Unfortunately organisations that support those in need have seen a demand for service in the past couple of years. This can be put down to a variety of reasons. It is the continued promotion of the services available for those in need. The more we talk about the assistance available, the more people will seek help when needed.
Conversation also comes into play with the changing and open dialogue around domestic violence. The rate of domestic violence reports has increased since the national conversation started with Rosie Batty in 2014 following the tragic death of her son.
With high-profile campaigns came more reports of domestic violence.
Drugs and gambling also have major impacts on people and families.
There are moments in life that can force people onto Struggle Street. Whether it be the loss of a job, a death in the family, poor health or the rise in living expenses such as petrol, rent, groceries and power bills.
It’s been said before in this editorial and it will continue to be repeated because it’s so true: when you face struggles in life, Northern Tasmania is the best place to call home.
The generosity and compassion shown by our community is special.
That’s why The Examiner celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Winter Relief Appeal.
In 1977, 19 years into our appeal, the target was $6000. For 2018 we would like to reach the $60,000 mark. We are already 10 per cent towards that target thanks to some early donations. It’s important to stress that every dollar can impact a life. We are grateful for the large donations, but the gold coins can add up to a generous total.
Throughout winter The Examiner will share the stories of the services the four charities – the Benevolent Society, the Salvation Army, St Vincent de Paul Society and City Mission – offer to our community.
It’s funds from the Winter Relief Appeal that relieves some financial strains of delivering such important and beneficial services to our region.
In the past, and again in 2018, you will read the stories of people who needed some help and never thought it would be them asking for it. We ask everyone in the community who can donate, to give what they can to help change lives of their family, friends, neighbours and community.